Illness is the doctor to whom we pay most heed; to kindness, to knowledge, we make promises only; pain we obey.- Marcel Proust There is a profound impact of illness and pain on human behavior. Unlike kindness and knowledge, which often receive mere promises of attention, pain and sickness demands immediate and unwavering obedience. Illness … Continue reading Illness & pain
Month: April 2025
Week 14 farm & pets
Week 14 spring brings new energy and opportunities to refresh and streamline our routines. Focusing on seasonal tasks ensures the farm runs smoothly and animals stay healthy. Start by managing to a comprehensive schedule that includes all necessary activities, breaking them down into manageable tasks. Organize your supplies and tools, making sure everything is easily … Continue reading Week 14 farm & pets
Harmony between action and spirituality
“Hands to work. hearts to God”– Shaker Axiom What makes this axiom enduring beyond its religious context is its integration of the ordinary and the transcendent. It rejects the idea that spiritual life is separate from daily life. It says that how you do your work is who you are, and that excellence in the … Continue reading Harmony between action and spirituality
Week 14 gardening & birding
Live in each season as it passes; breath air, drink the drink, taste the fruit and resign yourself to the influences of each. Let them be your only diet drink and botanical medicines. - Henry David Thoreau Week 14 we can embrace the season by planting early spring flowers like tulips, daffodils, and pansies, which … Continue reading Week 14 gardening & birding